Why did conservatives believe that economic pressures would protect the environment better than government regulation? a.) businesses would charge higher prices for environmentally friendly products. b.) industry would voluntarily spend money for environmental cleanup. c.) individuals would boycott businesses with poor environmental policies. d.) private property owners would receive higher prices for cleaner land.

The correct answer is B) Industry would voluntarily spend money for environmental cleanup.

Conservatives believe that economic pressures would help protect the environment better than government regulation in that Industry would voluntarily spend money for environmental cleanup.

Conservatives are opposed to government regulation and that it spends money in programs to combat environmental issues or social issues. They believe that proper competition inside the industry will force companies to spend the right amount of money to fix any environmental problem because if they don't do it, consumers and clients are going to prefer other company's products and services. Today, consumers are more aware and worried about environmental issues and they can decide who to do business with.

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explanation:

b: the establishment clause  

b: socialism